Lead Commercial Plaster & Carpentry Foreman

Benchmark Plaster Group (QLD); Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Benchmark Plaster Group (QLD) is seeking an experienced trade foreman to lead commercial plaster and carpentry work. The role involves supervising and project-managing multi-residential projects in the Gold Coast and Brisbane regions, with a strong emphasis on plan interpretation, procurement, and team leadership.

Ideal candidates will have trade qualifications and a track record of managing large teams across multiple trades on major commercial sites.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification in plastering or carpentry.
• Experience supervising multiple trades on large sites.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans and specs.
• Strong knowledge of building codes and project specs.
• Proficient in site documentation and reporting.
• Ability to develop and modify construction programs.
• Proven team leadership across trades.
• High level computer skills for reporting and scheduling.
• Experience in materials procurement and logistics.
• Effective onsite problem solving under company guidelines.
• Attention to detail on large commercial projects.

Responsibilities

• Report to QLD Construction Manager and submit monthly claims reports.
• Direct a large onsite trades team across plastering and carpentry.
• Control supply ordering and delivery to site.
• Supervise installations to code and project specs.
• Set out or survey installations for compliance.
• Maintain site cleanliness at all times.
• Liaise with site managers and stakeholders.
• Identify issues with staff or materials and report to State Manager.
• Maintain professional presentation and communication.
• Work up to 55 hours per week over a 5.5 day week.
• Remuneration based on real world experience.

Skills

Trade plastering

Carpentry

Plan interpretation

Trade products knowledge

Survey from plans

Documentation

Construction program

Team management

Computer skills

Procurement management

Onsite problem solving

Job description

Benchmark Plaster Group (QLD) is seeking an experienced trade foreman to lead commercial plaster and carpentry work. The role involves supervising and project-managing multi-residential projects in the Gold Coast and Brisbane regions, with a strong emphasis on plan interpretation, procurement, and team leadership.

Ideal candidates will have trade qualifications and a track record of managing large teams across multiple trades on major commercial sites.